6th Avenue Heartache

The Wallflowers

About 6th Avenue Heartache

"6th Avenue Heartache" is a song by the American rock band The Wallflowers. It was released in April 1996 as the lead single from their 1996 sophomore album Bringing Down the Horse. The song became their first hit, peaking at number 8 on the US Modern Rock Tracks chart, number 10 on the US Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, and number 33 on the US Hot 100 Airplay chart. Though the song was a hit on rock radio, it was overshadowed by its follow-up single, "One Headlight". The background vocals in this song are by Adam Duritz from Counting Crows.  


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1996
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Sirens ring, the shots ring out
A stranger cries, screams out loud
I had my world strapped against my back
I held my hands, never knew how to act

And the same black line that was drawn on you
Was drawn on me
And now it's drawn me in
6th Avenue heartache

Below me was a homeless man
I'm singin' songs I knew complete
On the steps alone, his guitar in hand
It's fifty years, stood where he stands

Now walkin' home on those streets
The river winds move my feet
Subway steam, like silhouettes in dreams
They stood by me, just like moonbeams

Look out the window, down upon that street
And gone like a midnight was that man
But I see his six strings laid against that wall
And all his things, they all look so small

I got my fingers crossed on a shooting star
Just like me just moved on

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The Wallflowers

The Wallflowers is a rock band from Los Angeles, California, fronted by Jakob Dylan. Formed in 1989 and originally known as The Apples, the ensemble has gone through numerous personnel changes but focuses on Dylan, Rami Jaffee and Greg Richling. more »

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Written by: JAKOB DYLAN

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12 facts about this song

Band Origin
"6th Avenue Heartache" is a song by "The Wallflowers", an American rock band formed in 1989.
Album Placement
The song is from their two-time Academy Award-winning album "Bringing Down the Horse" which was released in 1996.
Singer-Songwriter Scene
Jakob Dylan, the band's frontman and Bob Dylan's son, was the primary writer of "6th Avenue Heartache".
Celebrity Collaboration
It features Adam Duritz of the Counting Crows providing background vocals.
Chart Performance
"6th Avenue Heartache" peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, and number 10 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart.
Video Recognition
The music video for "6th Avenue Heartache" was nominated for "Best Rock Video" at the 1996 MTV Video Music Awards.
Inspirational Source
The song is about living in New York City and was inspired by the sights and sounds Jakob Dylan was exposed to when he lived in an apartment on 6th Avenue.
Early Creation
"6th Avenue Heartache" was written when Jakob Dylan was only 18 years old, making it one of his earliest compositions.
Popular Cover
The song was covered by American singer-songwriter Jason Mraz in 2011 during his tour.
Critical Acclaim
"6th Avenue Heartache" is often praised for its sophisticated songwriting and is considered a standout track in The Wallflowers' discography.
Television Performances
The band performed "6th Avenue Heartache" on "The Late Show with David Letterman" in 1996, which helped to boost the song's popularity.
Album Success
"Bringing Down the Horse", the album where the song is featured, became a best-seller and is the band's most successful album to date.

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